Another CL find - Street Coupe edition - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jb1016 · 08-09-2009, 08:12 PM

Never seen one of these before. Price is really high, but it's a sharp truck.

http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/1314408251.html

b454rat · 08-09-2009, 09:02 PM

Pretty cool, but since it ain't factory I wouldn't pay that much. I don't think GM put a 454 into a 1/2 in the 80s, late 70s was the last.

But if it was original, why would you do all that to a truck that was 1 of 150??? Modifying brings the value down.

**truckfan** · 08-09-2009, 09:19 PM

it was a 160 HP 305. gasped pulloing your john boat. i agree it hurts the value. bet its more fun to drive!!!

silvereagle07 · 08-09-2009, 09:57 PM

Sharp truck but price is high!

**78 Big10 454** · 08-09-2009, 10:30 PM

b454rat, don't forget the early '90's 454 S/S half-ton pickups.

b454rat · 08-09-2009, 11:33 PM

I didn't forget them. Dunno why GM didn't make a 1/2 ton with a 454, the 80s needed all the power they could get....

3r!c84 · 08-09-2009, 11:36 PM

didt know they had 454 in the trucks at that time even more with a TH350

JohnC · 08-10-2009, 08:44 AM

It is a sharp looking truck though. Different.

diamondave · 08-10-2009, 08:53 AM

Nice truck... but can you really say its "Rare" anymore?

JohnC · 08-10-2009, 08:54 AM

Even with the engine change it would still be rare for the sport coupe edition. Now it lost some of it's value to that, and I wouldn't pay the $14K for it, but if that's what someone is looking for it may be a really good deal.

**N2TRUX** · 08-10-2009, 10:56 AM

I don't know if the 1 of 150 is accurate, and we know the BBC isn't correct. Despite all that, take a look at what you get for your money.
It "appears" to have been nicely restored. If everything is done correctly and the paint job is top quality, he isn't too far off on his price.

Tony_SS · 08-10-2009, 11:16 AM

I love those painted bumpers on there.. Sharp looking truck.

Keith Seymore · 08-10-2009, 11:25 AM

I remember those - but not with a 454.

K

**lolife99** · 08-10-2009, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I don't know if the 1 of 150 is accurate, and we know the BBC isn't correct. Despite all that, take a look at what you get for your money.
It "appears" to have been nicely restored. If everything is done correctly and the paint job is top quality, he isn't too far off on his price.

I agree.
Try to restore your average stepside to that level, and see how much you spend. I remember a new Street Coupes in my home town around 1981-82. I'd love to have that truck!

*BGRAFX* · 08-10-2009, 11:56 AM

I think thats the same truck that is on 73-87chevy.com and used to be a shortbed that he converted to stepside bed.

StreetCoupe · 08-10-2009, 12:22 PM

Good Afternoon-
I have been reading for awhile, but this is my first post. I'm always looking for information on the '78-'81 Street Coupes. There is not a lot out there, but to the best of my knowledge '79 was the last year the 454 was available in the 1/2 ton until '90. Keith can probably verifiy that. The Street Coupe on CL has been listed in several different areas, for several months. It was originally a 305. It was made in Canada. He said he had documented information from Canada stating from '78 through '81 there were 1500 per year made total, an of those only 150 per year from Canada??? I've only seen 4 or 5 Street Coupes as a whole listed, all were small blocks. From what I can tell the big block was an option but not standard for the '79, at least. 73-87.com has some good information, I know most of you are familiar with it. I have been meaning to contact Keith Seymore or 80SPORT on the subject. They both seem to have quite a lot of information.
I'm not very good on the computer. I will try to get some pics posted.

**N2TRUX** · 08-10-2009, 01:02 PM

StreetCoupe- Thanks for coming out of the shadows and posting. Don't be shy as we don't bite.

I have been a fan of the Street Coupes for a while myself. If I were to ever find one in the right year/color combination, it would be in my garage.

I actually paused before I opened the link, hoping that I would see a red 78/79 Street Coupe.

Please keep your comments coming.

StreetCoupe · 08-10-2009, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I actually paused before I opened the link, hoping that I would see a red 78/79 Street Coupe.

This was for sale on e-bay last month. It ran twice and sold for $1699. Bed was shot, but had a lot of good parts and was complete. I have more pics but the file was too large. I have a step-side like the one in the '79 dealer booklet. I'll try to take some pics of mine to post soon.

Jonboy · 08-10-2009, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by StreetCoupe

This was for sale on e-bay last month. It ran twice and sold for $1699. Bed was shot, but had a lot of good parts and was complete. I have more pics but the file was too large. I have a step-side like the one in the '79 dealer booklet. I'll try to take some pics of mine to post soon.

Dude, my dad is a TV repairman, and has an ultimate set of tools. I could fix it.

Seriously, get some pics up of your ride when you get a chance. I know we would love to see it. Welcome, by the way.

Jonboy · 08-10-2009, 01:48 PM

I think I posted a link to that one when it was on ebay. It had a black bucket seat interior, too. I think those are great colors on that truck; the only down side I really see is that I can't afford it.

JohnC · 08-10-2009, 01:50 PM

Welcome Streetcoupe. Thanks for the info.

Driveway Dreams · 08-10-2009, 03:03 PM

I think the truck looks pretty good in those pics. I know as well as anyone that pictures can be decieving though. The truck looks to have nice features and seems well put together. I would like to find out really how acurate all the info is on the exact specs that were offered on the Street Coupes.

On a side note, the seller states having "over $10000 in paint, body, and bed restoration". That really isn't all that much. Like has been said, good luck building this truck for that money. I did some paint work on a 51 for a guy and he had between $30-40g in paint alone. Granted that was full custom, inside outside & top to bottom. But really $10g in body & paint is not that much.

**N2TRUX** · 08-10-2009, 06:28 PM

That's my favorite version there. I don't know why, but I like that color combo best.

Thanks for sharing.

Driveway Dreams · 08-10-2009, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

That's my favorite version there. I don't know why, but I like that color combo best.

Thanks for sharing.

I do like that color combo too! I actually kinda like the stripe on it too. Get one!

texasfunk · 08-11-2009, 12:26 AM

that truck looks amazing! and i agree, the price isnt good, but i respect it, the other day there was a completely stock 86 on craigslist, with an original 2063 miles, it wasnt in AS good of condition id think, but it was almost new, but he was asking 30,000!

08-09-2009, 09:02 PM	#2
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,469	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition Pretty cool, but since it ain't factory I wouldn't pay that much. I don't think GM put a 454 into a 1/2 in the 80s, late 70s was the last. But if it was original, why would you do all that to a truck that was 1 of 150??? Modifying brings the value down. __________________ 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon 350/4L60 6" SAS

08-09-2009, 09:19 PM	#3
truckfan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lawrence KS Posts: 821	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition it was a 160 HP 305. gasped pulloing your john boat. i agree it hurts the value. bet its more fun to drive!!! __________________ 1981 Chevy C30 440 Holmes 42K one owner miles

08-09-2009, 09:57 PM	#4
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition Sharp truck but price is high! __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

08-09-2009, 10:30 PM	#5
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08-09-2009, 11:33 PM	#6
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,469	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition I didn't forget them. Dunno why GM didn't make a 1/2 ton with a 454, the 80s needed all the power they could get.... __________________ 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon 350/4L60 6" SAS

08-09-2009, 11:36 PM	#7
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition didt know they had 454 in the trucks at that time even more with a TH350 __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

08-10-2009, 08:44 AM	#8
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition It is a sharp looking truck though. Different.

08-10-2009, 08:53 AM	#9
diamondave Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Luverne,Mn Posts: 92	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition Nice truck... but can you really say its "Rare" anymore? __________________ Static Dropped 1988 Chevrolet ECLB "Hovering less then 3 inches from the ground... full-time"

08-10-2009, 08:54 AM	#10
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition Even with the engine change it would still be rare for the sport coupe edition. Now it lost some of it's value to that, and I wouldn't pay the $14K for it, but if that's what someone is looking for it may be a really good deal.

08-10-2009, 10:56 AM	#11
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition I don't know if the 1 of 150 is accurate, and we know the BBC isn't correct. Despite all that, take a look at what you get for your money. It "appears" to have been nicely restored. If everything is done correctly and the paint job is top quality, he isn't too far off on his price. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 08-10-2009 at 10:58 AM.

08-10-2009, 11:16 AM	#12
Tony_SS Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Washington, MO Posts: 643	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition I love those painted bumpers on there.. Sharp looking truck.

08-10-2009, 11:25 AM	#13
Keith Seymore Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Motor City Posts: 9,226	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition I remember those - but not with a 454. K __________________ Chevrolet Flint Assembly 1979-1986 GM Full Size Truck Engineering 1986 - 2019 Intro from an Old Assembly Guy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 My Pontiac story: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=560524 Chevelle intro: http://www.superchevy.com/features/s...hevy-chevelle/

08-10-2009, 11:56 AM	#15
BGRAFX Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: kansas city Ks Posts: 1,970	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition I think thats the same truck that is on 73-87chevy.com and used to be a shortbed that he converted to stepside bed.

08-10-2009, 12:22 PM	#16
StreetCoupe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Monroe, MI Posts: 47	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition Good Afternoon- I have been reading for awhile, but this is my first post. I'm always looking for information on the '78-'81 Street Coupes. There is not a lot out there, but to the best of my knowledge '79 was the last year the 454 was available in the 1/2 ton until '90. Keith can probably verifiy that. The Street Coupe on CL has been listed in several different areas, for several months. It was originally a 305. It was made in Canada. He said he had documented information from Canada stating from '78 through '81 there were 1500 per year made total, an of those only 150 per year from Canada??? I've only seen 4 or 5 Street Coupes as a whole listed, all were small blocks. From what I can tell the big block was an option but not standard for the '79, at least. 73-87.com has some good information, I know most of you are familiar with it. I have been meaning to contact Keith Seymore or 80SPORT on the subject. They both seem to have quite a lot of information. I'm not very good on the computer. I will try to get some pics posted.

08-10-2009, 01:02 PM	#17
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition StreetCoupe- Thanks for coming out of the shadows and posting. Don't be shy as we don't bite. I have been a fan of the Street Coupes for a while myself. If I were to ever find one in the right year/color combination, it would be in my garage. I actually paused before I opened the link, hoping that I would see a red 78/79 Street Coupe. Please keep your comments coming. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"



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08-10-2009, 01:48 PM	#20
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition I think I posted a link to that one when it was on ebay. It had a black bucket seat interior, too. I think those are great colors on that truck; the only down side I really see is that I can't afford it.

08-10-2009, 01:50 PM	#21
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition Welcome Streetcoupe. Thanks for the info.

08-10-2009, 03:03 PM	#22
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition I think the truck looks pretty good in those pics. I know as well as anyone that pictures can be decieving though. The truck looks to have nice features and seems well put together. I would like to find out really how acurate all the info is on the exact specs that were offered on the Street Coupes. On a side note, the seller states having "over $10000 in paint, body, and bed restoration". That really isn't all that much. Like has been said, good luck building this truck for that money. I did some paint work on a 51 for a guy and he had between $30-40g in paint alone. Granted that was full custom, inside outside & top to bottom. But really $10g in body & paint is not that much. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here. Last edited by Driveway Dreams; 08-10-2009 at 03:04 PM.

08-10-2009, 06:28 PM	#23
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition That's my favorite version there. I don't know why, but I like that color combo best. Thanks for sharing. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

08-11-2009, 12:26 AM	#25
texasfunk Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 1,671	Re: Another CL find - Street Coupe edition that truck looks amazing! and i agree, the price isnt good, but i respect it, the other day there was a completely stock 86 on craigslist, with an original 2063 miles, it wasnt in AS good of condition id think, but it was almost new, but he was asking 30,000! Last edited by texasfunk; 08-11-2009 at 01:51 PM.

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